Watertown, New York
AN INTRODUCTION TO THE COUGHLIN JOURNEY
Jere Coughlin saw immediate success when he printed the first edition of the Watertown Herald in 1886. Jere established a solid reputation as an expert printer. His competition admired his “painstaking care,” “grace of expression” and use of “unusually good paper.”
Jere Coughlin’s attention to detail and high standards for quality set new standards for the upstate New York printing industry.
Today, more than 130 years later, Coughlin continues to strive to achieve new levels of quality and innovation. Our heritage and experience allows us to understand the ever-changing business world and culture of the North Country.
A timeline of the Coughlin journey
1886
The Watertown Herald newspaper began in 1886 by Jere Coughlin.
1900
2009
On March 3, 3009, the first website for a client was launched for Full Gospel Businessmen’s International Watertown Chapter.
2011
On January 10, 2011, Mr. Ingram passed away. Though he managed the Lowville location, the Carthage location was closed at this time.
2020
On September 2, 2020, Lewis County Industrial Development Agency | Naturally Lewis partnered with Coughlin to create mynny.biz – an online website platform for local businesses.
Sierra Garcia
Hi, I’m Sierra. I’m the Marketing Design Coordinator at Coughlin Printing and have been part of the team since December 2023. I have a bachelor’s degree in graphic design and a love for photography, illustration, and animation. I work on a mix of internal and client-based marketing and branding projects, serve as a liaison for our Outstaffing clients, and take on a variety of creative projects along the way. When I’m not working, I’m usually illustrating, working on character design, or spending time with my little family.
Wilson Pennell
Hi, I’m Wil, the Assistant Manager and a certified business coach. I have over 12 years of leadership experience and hold an MBA. I’ve been with Coughlin since October of 2022 and support the team by managing people operations, partnerships, and marketing initiatives. Outside of work, I enjoy time with my family, serving at church, reading, and playing games like cornhole, euchre, and dominoes. #LeadLikeJesus #resolve
Carley Shepherd
Hi I’m Carley. I’m a Graphic Artist & Design Assistant here at Coughlin Printing. My job mainly focuses on the print end of design – everything from Business Cards, Banners, Menus and Newsletters! I’m also a digital artist with experience in both Illustration and Animation. I love making cool stuff for awesome people everyday.
Ed Hathaway
Hi, I’m Ed—photographer, artist, programmer, athlete, and proud husband and dad. I’ve been building websites for over 30 years and joined Coughlin part-time after retiring as an Athletic Program Director in North Carolina. I love helping people navigate their digital journey. My wife and I enjoy traveling, playing pickleball, and I play on a national hockey team based in southern Virginia.
Brenda Young
Hi, I’m Brenda. I’ve been in the printing world since 1980 and have seen just about every change the industry can throw at us. Today, I serve as Production Manager, overseeing pricing, scheduling, quality control, and making sure every project runs smoothly from start to finish. I also lead our print design team and love working directly with customers. I’m a true “get-it-done” kind of gal.
Bill (William) Ferris
Hi, I’m Bill. I’ve been with Coughlin since 2007 and bring over 40 years of experience in the print industry. I work in all phases of print production and provide a bit of comic relief along the way. Outside of work, I enjoy football, job-based reality TV, motorsports, history, science, and technology.
Laura Biolsi
Hi, I’m Laura—also known as the “Booky” here at Coughlin—and I’ve been part of the team for over 20 years. I love organization, so working with numbers is right up my alley. When I’m not crunching them, I enjoy coffee, shopping, gardening, and spending time with my family—especially my granddaughters.
Mike Farney
Hi, I’m Mike, and I’ve been working in print production since 1976—back when lead type was the norm. I joined AMF Quick Print in 1992, which later became part of Coughlin, and I’ve been here ever since. I take pride in delivering high-quality work and believe there’s nothing better than a job well done.
Kathy Burch
Hi, I’m Kathy. I have over 15 years of experience in customer service and human resources, and I love connecting with customers and working alongside our supportive team. Originally from Massachusetts, I’ve called New York home for 27 years. Outside of work, I enjoy family time, swimming, fishing, gardening, and just about anything outdoors.
Ken Lalone
Hi, I’m Ken. I have over 15 years of experience working with a wide range of printing and marking processes, from digital and wide-format printing to engraving and direct-to-substrate work. I love helping customers find the right solution for their needs. Outside of work, I enjoy time with my wife and daughter, photography, cooking, gaming, fantasy books, and cheering on the Montreal Canadiens.
Valerie Deren
Hi, I’m Valerie. I graduated from SUNY Oswego with a degree in graphic design and a minor in business administration. As Website Liaison, I help manage client needs and website implementation. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family, shopping, and exploring new creative outlets.